Sydney-Taylor Faulkner
Adelaide,SA
Summary
I am a reliable hardworking individual with strong initiative and excellent communication skills. My resume demonstrates adaptability in multiple industries. Please see cover letter for more information/details.
Overview
1
1
Certification
8
8
years of professional experience
Work History
Restaurant Supervisor
Ballaboosta
Adelaide, SA
03.2026 - Current
- Supervised daily restaurant operations to ensure smooth service flow.
- Trained and mentored staff on food safety and customer service standards.
- Coordinated staff schedules to maintain adequate coverage during peak hours.
Events/ Social Media Manager
Kidd Retail Group
Adelaide, SA
03.2025 - 01.2026
- Coordinated with vendors, caterers, and other service providers to ensure all event needs were met.
- Utilized advanced computer skills in Microsoft Office Suite applications for managing data related to event planning activities.
- Reviewed event bills for accuracy and approved payment.
- Coached/ assisted team members on best practices related to content creation, social media management.
- Managed all customer enquires across four venues via phone or email during the busiest season ensuring all enquires were addressed in a timely manner.
- Distributed information packages via email.
- Created catering quotes / suggestions to customers and ensured they were paid in full prior to event to ensure smooth operations.
Recruitment Consultant
Jobs Statewide
Adelaide, SA
05.2025 - 11.2025
- Coordinated with hiring managers to understand the specific requirements of vacant positions.
- Assessed applicant skills by conducting phone screenings or online assessments.
- Screened resumes and applications to identify suitable applicants for further consideration.
- Maintained accurate records of all candidate interactions throughout the recruitment cycle.
- Provided guidance to hiring managers during selection process by assessing candidates' qualifications against job requirements.
- Prepared and maintained employment records related to events, such as hiring, termination, leaves, transfers, and promotions, used human resources management system software.
- Informed job applicants of details such as duties and responsibilities, compensation, benefits, schedules, working conditions, and promotion opportunities.
- Answered phone calls and emails from clients to address questions, complaints, and needs.
- Utilized computer software to complete various administrative tasks.
- Maintained confidential records in accordance with company policy and legal requirements.
- Created and maintained filing systems, both electronic and paper-based, for easy access to information.
- Managed the reception area, greeting visitors in a professional manner.
- Handled incoming mail distribution, outgoing mailings and courier services.
- Participated in management meetings to discuss new directives and offer insights and suggestions to improve procedures.
Sales Executive
Unique Marketing
Adelaide, SA
03.2025 - 05.2025
- Reach KPIs effectively.
- Handled customer complaints and inquiries in a courteous and efficient manner.
- Established a positive rapport with customers by delivering friendly, personalized service.
- Assisted with training and mentoring new team members.
- Drove sales through customer relationship building and suggestive selling techniques.
- Maintained records related to sales.
- Generated leads and followed up on customer inquiries.
- Used negotiation and persuasion skills to influence decision-makers.
- Participated in weekly meetings with management team to review results from previous weeks' efforts.
- Executed brand awareness campaigns to increase customer engagement.
- Gathered customer feedback for product development purposes.
- Provided detailed reports on promotional activities and sales results.
- Conducted market research surveys to gather information about target audiences.
- Managed relationships with vendors involved in promotional activities.
- Represented the organization at networking functions and industry-related meetings.
- Researched competitors' activities in order to stay ahead of trends in the marketplace.
- Ensured compliance with relevant laws concerning advertising standards.
Brand Ambassador
Destro Marketing
South Island, New Zealand
10.2023 - 03.2024
- Regularly monitored store shelves to ensure product availability, restocking and rotating merchandise as needed.
- Organized displays according to company standards and specifications.
- Worked closely with store managers to ensure compliance with corporate policies and procedures related to merchandising activities.
Wool Handler
Marks Shearing
Canterburry
08.2020 - 08.2022
- Assisted shearers by collecting and handling fleece efficiently during shearing sessions.
- Maintained cleanliness and organization of the wool handling area for safety.
- Maintained speed and attention to detail to ensure the job was completed in the allocated time.
- Physically fit, able to move and press wool fadges/bales that weighed upto 110kg.
Head Chef
The Station Cafe
Rangiora
03.2021 - 07.2022
- Managed inventory and ordered supplies to maintain optimal kitchen operations.
- Implemented food safety protocols to ensure compliance with health regulations.
- Collaborated with front-of-house team to enhance customer dining experiences.
- Researched culinary trends to innovate menu offerings and attract clientele.
- Conducted regular kitchen inspections to maintain cleanliness and organization standards.
Merchandiser
George Western Foods
Canterbury, Christchurch
03.2019 - 03.2021
- Generated reports detailing current stock levels, sales figures, markdown information.
- Managed daily operations, including scheduling, ordering, and inventory control.
- Provided exceptional customer service at all times.
- Assisted bartenders by restocking drink supplies and maintaining cleanliness of bar areas.
- Resolved customer complaints and handled intoxicated persons, escalating issues to law enforcement when necessary.
- Demonstrated ability to manage and motivate staff, while ensuring customer satisfaction.
- Managed staffing levels according to business needs while maintaining labor costs within budget limits.
- Investigated and resolved complaints regarding food quality and service.
- Assisted patrons with T.A.B & resolved gaming machine issues, while monitoring gamblers according to law.
Bar Manager
The Brook Bar and Eatery
Christchurch, North Canterbury
03.2018 - 03.2020
- Generated reports detailing current stock levels, sales figures, markdown information.
- Managed daily operations, including scheduling, ordering, and inventory control.
- Provided exceptional customer service at all times.
- Assisted bartenders by restocking drink supplies and maintaining cleanliness of bar areas.
- Resolved customer complaints and handled intoxicated persons, escalating issues to law enforcement when necessary.
- Demonstrated ability to manage and motivate staff, while ensuring customer satisfaction.
- Managed staffing levels according to business needs while maintaining labor costs within budget limits.
- Investigated and resolved complaints regarding food quality and service.
- Assisted patrons with T.A.B & resolved gaming machine issues, while monitoring gamblers according to law.
Education
Rangiora High School
Rangiora, NzSkills
- Adaptability
- Problem Solving
- Creativity
- Collaboration
- Leadership
- Communication
- Attention to detail
- Initiative
Certification
- RSA
- Working with children check
- Full driving licence
Timeline
Restaurant Supervisor
Ballaboosta
03.2026 - Current
Recruitment Consultant
Jobs Statewide
05.2025 - 11.2025
Sales Executive
Unique Marketing
03.2025 - 05.2025
Events/ Social Media Manager
Kidd Retail Group
03.2025 - 01.2026
Brand Ambassador
Destro Marketing
10.2023 - 03.2024
Head Chef
The Station Cafe
03.2021 - 07.2022
Wool Handler
Marks Shearing
08.2020 - 08.2022
Merchandiser
George Western Foods
03.2019 - 03.2021
Bar Manager
The Brook Bar and Eatery
03.2018 - 03.2020
Rangiora High School